6 books that inspired IMD professors in 2025
From the systemic roots of corporate scandals to the unseen human cost of AI, plus timely insights from a 50-year-old classic, IMD professors reveal the six books that shaped their thinking in...
Heather Cairns-Lee is Affiliate Professor of Leadership and Communication at IMD. She is a member of IMD’s Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Council and an experienced executive coach. She works to develop reflective and responsible leaders and caring inclusive cultures in organizations and society.
December 12, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Vanina Farber, Robert Hooijberg, Katharina Lange, John R. Weeks, Howard H. Yu in Book Review • 6 min read
From the systemic roots of corporate scandals to the unseen human cost of AI, plus timely insights from a 50-year-old classic, IMD professors reveal the six books that shaped their thinking in...
October 30, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Eugene Sadler-Smith in Audio articles • 11 min read
Relying on gut instinct and going with a hunch may seem outdated in our data-driven society, but it remains essential for effective decision-making. Here we explain how best to use and develop...
June 4, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Eugene Sadler-Smith in Brain Circuits • 3 min read
In a data-driven world, intuitive intelligence is a powerful skill that enables you to act decisively in uncertainty. Heather Cairns-Lee and Eugene Sadler-Smith explain the concept and how to cultivate it to enhance your...
April 2, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee in Leadership • 7 min read
Katrina Edmunds’ return to rowing shows how sport builds resilience, teamwork, and leadership—lessons that drive success in business and life....
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